Matthew 13:38

“The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;”

"The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;" - Matthew 13:38
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What does Matthew 13:38 mean?

The verse Matthew 13:38 in the King James Version (KJV) states: "The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one." This verse is a part of a parable told by Jesus, known as the Parable of the Wheat and the…

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Sowing in the Field of the World

In Matthew 13:38, we encounter a profound truth spoken by Jesus, who says, "The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one." This simple yet profound parable reveals the duality of existence in the world…

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A Prayer for Discernment in the Garden of Life

Heavenly Father, I come before You in humble adoration, recognizing the profound wisdom and truth of Your Word. As we meditate on the scripture from Matthew 13:38, where it is written, "The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the…

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